Ellensburg Population 2026
Ellensburg has a population of 19,001, making it the #2515 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Washington. It is about 463× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,001
Rank in United States
#2515
Coordinates
47.00°N, 120.55°W
~470 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,605 km
2,239 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Washington
Cities near Ellensburg
- Yakima93,701 people · ~44 km away
- Wenatchee33,636 people · ~51 km away
- Sunnyside16,325 people · ~85 km away
- Moses Lake22,082 people · ~97 km away
- South Hill52,431 people · ~131 km away
- Tri-Cities244,036 people · ~133 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ellensburg?
Ellensburg has a population of 19,001 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2515 biggest city in United States.
What state is Ellensburg in?
Ellensburg is located in Washington, United States.
Is Ellensburg the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,605 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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